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A Simple Way to Prevent Electricity from Becoming Less Affordable

Key Takeaway

Rapidly increasing electricity prices are making affordability a top priority, signaling potential policy shifts and market pressures that will impact developers, large power consumers, and IPPs.

AI Summary

  • Electricity prices increased significantly in September 2025, with an average 6.7% rise year-over-year across all sectors and over 7% for residential consumers.
  • This surge in electricity costs has made affordability a critical concern for consumers, policymakers, and all sectors, including commercial, industrial, and transportation.
  • The article's title suggests a 'simple way' to address these rising costs, indicating potential solutions or policy directions that could impact developers and large power consumers.

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Article Content

Affordable electricity prices have become a top priority for consumers, policymakers, voters, and elected officials. Electricity prices for the residential, commercial, industrial, and transportation sectors averaged 6.7% higher in September 2025, compared to the same month one year ago. Residential prices alone increased by more than 7%, making it especially challenging for low- and middle-income […] The post A Simple Way to Prevent Electricity from Becoming Less Affordable appeared first on POWER Magazine .